tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Lakes of Katy is one of West Houston's Best Kept Secrets, but maybe not for much longer - 02/18/10 02:18 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Lakes of Katy is one of West Houston's Best Kept Secrets, but maybe not for much longer
Written By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker / Lakes of Katy Expert
713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com
Lakes of Katy, the small-gated community north of I-10 near old town Katy is a special community in so many ways.  Of course, there are the water ski lakes that run throughout the community and serve as a beautiful backdrop (and backyard) for many of the homes.
There is the fact that the high-end homes are truly … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Real Estate News - Crestwater - Recent Sales - 04/07/09 08:18 AM
Crestwater - Recent Sales
By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker, Crestwater Expert 
713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com
 Below is a list of Recent Sales in Crestwater (Houston Texas).  To sell your home in Crestwater, or to find out more about this neighborhood contact Tim Sojka at 713-822-2152
 
Crestwater, Houston Texas Home Sales from June 2008 to April 2009
 
 
For more information about Crestwater Homes and homes in other waterfront communities contact Realtor / Broker Timothy Sojka at 713-822-2152.  No realtor sold more homes in Crestwater in the last 24 months.  To find out … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Fulshear - Property Value Update - 2008 vs. 2007 - 03/03/09 08:39 AM
Fulshear - Property Value Update - 2008 vs. 2007
By Timothy Sojka, Realtor ® / Broker, Fulshear Expert 
713-822-2152 - shop for a home on-line at www.search-katy-homes.com
Property values in Fulshear continue to be strong.  Fulshear is truly a thing of beauty the lucky residents of the community.  This community boasts some fantastic and beautiful neighborhoods like Cross Creek Ranch, Weston Lakes and Fulbrook. 
In 2007 - 113 homes sold for an average of $364,000.  Days on the market, a key economic indicator was at 97 (from the home on the market to contract).  The average price per square foot was … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Sharing Systems - Open House Checklist - 04/30/08 02:42 AM
 
Open House Checklist
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Systems are the key to success.  Our open house system has been very valuable to us.  Here is a copy and we hope this helps you have more successful lead management.  This also helps to set expectations when other realtors want to hold out homes open.
See TIM Sell
Open House Checklist
 
 
 
 
MLS#:____________________________      Client: __________________________________
  
 
Address: ________________________________________________
  
  
If you would like more information about luxury homes in Katy or West Houston from someone who really understands the community, contact … (4 comments)

tim sojka: Sharing Systems - Sellers Closing Checklist - 04/30/08 02:33 AM
Sellers Closing Checklist
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Systems are the key to success.  Our closing system has been very valuable to us.  Here is a copy and we hope this helps you have more successful transactions.  We use this in addition to the Keller Williams Checklist (I highly encourage anyone not with KW to at least read the Millionaire Real Estate Agent). 
See TIM Sell
Listing Checklist
 
MLS#:____________________________      Client: __________________________________
 
Address:___________________________________________________  Expires:___________
 
If you would like more information about luxury homes in Katy or West Houston from someone who really understands the community, … (4 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Seven Meadows Home Search - 04/26/08 08:28 AM
By Katy Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
As a quick service to clients and potiential clients we have put together a list a all Seven Meadows Homes For Sale. 
Simply click on the link below to review all homes for sales in Seven Meadows.
Seven Meadows Home Search.

Below you will find an earlier articles posted about this great neighborhoods.
 
Seven Meadows - a strong brand
When people think of branding they think of brands like Coca Cola, Budweiser or Starbucks.  People's names can also be a brand, for instance Tiger Woods or Michael Jordon are names … (3 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Houston January and February Home Sales - 04/26/08 05:42 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Houston January and February Home Sales
By Katy and West Houston Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
While sales in Katy and West Houston have been better than the rest of the Houston area, make no mistake about the market has slowed down.
Houston has been largely protected from the real estate down turn by stellar job creation and the rising cost of oil.  However, mortgage issues have hurt even this market.
According to Houston Realtor® Magazine, January 2008 sales were down 17% vs. the same period in 2007.  February 2008 sales were down 13% vs. … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Upcoming Tour of Homes in Beautiful Parklake Village - 04/25/08 04:28 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Community Tour of Homes (Open House) Parklake Village
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
The Katy Estate Homes Team will be hosting a Public Open House on June 21st between 1 and 4pm.  Several beautiful custom homes will be available for showing.  Feel free to call the number below for details.
Below you will find an article I posted earlier on Parklake Village with a great overview of the neighborhood.  .
Parklake Village Home Search
Parklake Village

 
A neighborhood that continues to romance the residents
Selecting a neighborhood is very … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Home Search in Parklake Village - 04/25/08 04:11 AM
 
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Below you will find an article I posted earlier on Parklake Village with a great overview of the neighborhood.  Several of you have requested a Parklake Village Home Search.  I have attached it below.
Parklake Village Home Search

Parklake Village (posted at an eailer date)
A neighborhood that continues to romance the residents
Selecting a neighborhood is very much like finding the person whom you will marry.  When you fall in love with someone, first, there is first a hint of attraction.  Next the suitor makes you feel safe, secure … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - New Methodist Hospital Location in Katy - 04/15/08 04:49 AM
Katy Real Estate News -More information about Katy's new medical center
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Methodist has recently announced their location for expansion into Katy.  Their new facility will be located near Barker Cypress and I-10 near the proposed Texas Children's Hospital.  This is even more great news for Katy real estate coming on the heels of expansion by St Luke's and Memorial Herman.
Katy's great schools and strong infrastructure are ready to support this growth and the expanding West Houston Energy Corridor. 
If you would like more information about Katy or West Houston from someone who really understands … (0 comments)

tim sojka: OK it's not sexy - but the easiest way to set up you checking accounts for success in Real Estate (or the hell you will go through by doing it wrong) - 04/03/08 01:46 PM
Katy Real Estate News - OK it's not sexy - but the easiest way to set up you checking accounts for success in Real Estate (or the hell you will go through by doing it wrong)
OK, it not the sexiest part of real estate, but how you disburse your commissions can make your life easy or turn it into hell on earth.
I have an easy system that works.  We put it in place when we started and it has worked as we have grown into an 80+ unit per year producer (and I think it will work into the … (3 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News –Nonmacher's BBQ has stood the test of time - 04/01/08 10:46 PM
Katy Real Estate News -Nonmacher's BBQ has stood the test of time
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Businesses come and go, especially restaurants.  However, Nonmacher's BBQ has bee n right where it is at 606 Mason Rd for decades.  Other BBQ restaurants have come to Katy, many within a few blocks of Nonmacher's, many chains with dollars to advertise, many with more glamorous interiors, almost all have left town and Nonmacher's has remained.
If you go to Nonmacher's you must try the brisket.  If you order a sandwich asked for the board chopped brisket sandwich - it … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Fuzzy's still reigns supreme as best Pizza in Katy - 03/31/08 03:39 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Fuzzy's still reigns supreme as best Pizza in Katy
By Katy Realtor / Broker Tim Sojka
I love pizza.  But then again who doesn't.  Fuzzy's a Houston landmark (with a location in Katy) is just the best darn pizza in Katy.  They win several competitions annually for the best pizza (I am sure other Pizza chains do as well).  However, for my money no place gives you a better pie.
I am not the only one who thinks so. Fuzzy's is the pizza of choice for former President George Bush.  You can always see pictures of … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News -New Restaurants Pour in Katy - Review of Paddy's and Red Oak Grill - 03/30/08 08:37 AM
Katy Real Estate News -New Restaurants Pour in Katy - Review of Paddy's and Red Oak Grill
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Growth in Katy Texas continues to surge.  The restaurants are finally starting to catch up to the population.  On Mason Road a few recently opened restaurants really shine.
Paddy's One Foot in the Grill features a blend a very good grilled food and live music.  The restaurants business is driven by a large patio and strong service.  You can eat health or chose not to - and indulge.  The shrimp cocktail is truly innovative, the … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News -Katy Luxury Homes Soar - 03/27/08 10:56 PM
Katy Real Estate News -Katy Luxury Homes Soar
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Katy Texas has great schools, a growing medical center, many of the highest rated master planned communities in the state.  However, to top of the good news the sell of Luxury homes in Katy is continuing to soar.
In 2006, Katy saw 34 homes listed above $750,000 sale.  These homes sold for an average of $920,000 (or about $174 per square foot) and sold in an average 218 days.  These homes were from a who's who of top Katy communities like Lakeforest, Avalon, Cinco … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - The Beautiful Golf Course Community of Falcon Point - 03/27/08 10:28 PM
Katy Real Estate News - The Beautiful Golf Course Community of Falcon Point  
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Just moments for 1-10 and a short drive from the Westpark Tollway, Falcon Point is perfect for the golf lover relocating to Houston or Katy.
Falcon Point features beautiful gated and non gated hamlets that act as mini communities within the larger neighborhood.  Falcon Point is one of the few Katy communities developed around a golf course.
The Club at Falcon Point features 6771 yards and is a par 72.  The course rating is 73.4.  The course was designed … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Woodcreek Reserve is perfect for Houston Relocation - 03/26/08 10:48 PM
Katy Real Estate News - Woodcreek Reserve is perfect for Houston Relocation
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Just moments for 1-10 and a short drive from the Westpark Tollway, Woodcreek Reserve is perfect for people relocating to Houston or Katy.
Woodcreek Reserve is a beautiful community with a bubbling stream, walking trails and grand oak trees.  Yes the community has tennis courts, pools, play areas and walking trails.  Yes the community has stunning custom built estate homes from a half a million to over a million dollars and gorgeous homes from $300,000 to $500,000 by distinguished area … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Katy Real Estate News - Katy Real Estate Agents know that the Master Planned Community of Grand Lakes is Special - 03/22/08 06:41 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Katy Real Estate Agents know that the Master Planned Community of Grand Lakes is Special
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Katy real estate agents, like many members of the general community know that there is something special about Grand Lakes.  Few communities in Katy and West Houston have more lakes, more walking trials and more pocket parks than Grand Lakes.
Developed from the beginning to be kid friendly, few communities go out of there way more to provide sites for great activities for kids and adults.  Grand Lakes is actually a master … (0 comments)

tim sojka: High End Shopping Helps Katy Real Estate Even More - 03/19/08 01:05 AM
High End Shopping Comes to Katy
Tim Sojka - Katy Realtor / Broker - 713-822-2152
Katy homeowners are excited about the recent developments in Katy.  Two major hospitals have recently located (Cristus St. Catherine's and Memorial Hermann) to Katy.  Three major hospitals have announced they will open branches soon (Texas Children's, Methodist and St. Lukes).
Now Katy Home Values can hope to increase even more with the arrival of two major upscale shopping centers.  The Villagio and La Centera (both city center style shopping centers) have recently opened in Katy bringing with them several upscale shops and eateries.  The news just … (0 comments)

tim sojka: Firethorne is a Hot Katy Community - Lacrosse Fields and Nature Trails - 03/14/08 02:50 AM
Firethorne is a Hot Katy Community - Lacrosse Fields and Nature Trails
Firethrone is one of Katy hottest master planned communities.  Like most masters planned communities it features natures trails, a high-end resort style pool and clubhouse, stunning lakes and much more.
However, one of the most unusual things about Firethorne is that it features Lacrosse fields instead of golf courses.  The developers of Fiethorne saw that Lacrosse was truly a growing sport in the area and decided to be a partner with the local area teams.
The Lacrosse fields are teaming with activity on the weekend.  Firethrone is a master planned community positioned … (0 comments)

 
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